Vocab Lesson 11-12 Flashcards
What does acquiesce mean?
Agree without protesting
What is the meaning of adjacent?
Near, adjoining
Define boon.
Blessing
What does burgeon mean?
Grow forth
What is the definition of conception?
Beginning, forming an idea
What does it mean to delude?
Deceive
What is the crux?
Crucial point
Define farce.
Mockery
What does expropriate mean?
Take possession of
What does indisputable mean?
Cannot be argued
What is insubordination?
Disobedience, rebelliousness
Define merger.
Combination
What does precarious mean?
Risky
What does it mean to propagate?
Spread
What is a repercussion?
Consequence
What does sanguine mean?
Cheerful, optimistic
Define sanguinary.
Bloody (battle)
What does verge mean?
Border on, edge (v)
What does unkempt mean?
Disheveled, uncared for
What is woe?
Deep and inconsolable grief
What does willful mean?
Intentional, headstrong
Define the term ‘Renowned’
Well known
Often used to describe someone or something that is famous or celebrated.
What does ‘Tenacious’ mean?
Persistent
Refers to someone who is determined and does not give up easily.
What is the meaning of ‘Apprehensive’?
Fearful and uneasy
Typically describes a feeling of anxiety about something that might happen.
Showcase
[to show or display something
Define ‘Unprecedented’
Never having happened before
Often used to describe events or situations that are unique or without precedent.
What does ‘Blithe’ refer to?
Carefree, lighthearted
Describes a cheerful and carefree attitude.
What is meant by ‘Disposition’?
State of mind
Refers to a person’s inherent qualities of mind and character.
Define ‘Hedonist’
Pleasure seeker
A person whose life is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure.
What does ‘Jubilation’ mean?
Joy
Represents a feeling of great happiness or triumph.
Who is a ‘Philanthropist’?
Charitable person
Someone who seeks to promote the welfare of others, often through financial donations.
What does it mean to feel ‘Elated’?
Happy
Describes a state of extreme happiness or joy.
Finish
To decrease something
What is the definition of ‘Animosity’?
Hatred
Refers to strong hostility or resentment towards someone.
What does ‘Commence’ mean?
Begin
Indicates the start of an action or event.
Define ‘Jovial’
Happy
Often describes a cheerful and good-humored person.
What is meant by ‘Fervor’?
Ardor, zeal
Represents intense and passionate feeling.
Miscomprehend
To misunderstand
What does ‘Inane’ mean?
Silly, senseless
Refers to something that is devoid of meaning or significance.
Define ‘Stolid’
Unemotional, impassive
Describes a person who is not easily stirred or moved emotionally.
What does ‘Insignificant’ refer to?
Not important
Describes something that has little or no value or importance.
What is ‘Ignorance’?
Lack of knowledge
Refers to the state of being uninformed or unaware.
Scavenge
[to search for thrown away material
What does ‘Allay’ mean?
Calm or pacify
Often used in the context of reducing fears or concerns.
Define ‘Artifice’
Deception, trickery
Refers to clever or cunning devices or expedients, especially as used to trick others.
What is a ‘Blunder’?
Error
Typically refers to a careless or stupid mistake.
